1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 411 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
